A photo tutorial on how to make almond butter. Homemade almond butter is absolutely delicious and only takes 25 to 30 minutes to prepare! Have you ever made almond butter? If you’re a hippy like me and you enjoy having control of everything that goes into your body, homemade nut butter may just be your …

On this week’s healthy vegetarian meal plan: Dairy-Free Potato Soup, Vegan Alfredo Pasta with Crispy Chickpeas, Loaded Lemony Greek Salad, Creamy Vegetable Chickpea Curry, and Sweet Potato Parsnip Fritters. Happy meal prepping, and have a great weekend! Sunday Dairy-free Potato Soup from Making Thyme for Health Prep Ahead Tip: Recipe comes together fairly quick. Entire soup can be made …

A deep dive into whether or not rice is considered to be okay for consumption on the paleo diet.

I wanted to take a moment to address a topic that can generate some confusion in the paleo community: rice. Is it paleo? If it isn’t paleo, is it still okay to eat? Is white rice okay? Should I stay away from brown rice? Will rice raise my blood sugar or mess with my gut health?

All great questions.

The answer to all of the above is: It depends on who you are.

Technically, all grains are off the table when it comes to paleo, particularly gluten-containing grains. Rice is, indeed, a grain, though it contains no gluten. Depending on the person, it can be processed easily without issue.

Some paleo purists say no grains, no way, no how. Period, end.

Some paleo folks say white rice is okay because it provides straight glucose for your body, (which your body needs for fuel provided you aren’t keto); however, you should stay away from brown rice because the whole grain contains phytates, lectins, and arsenic which can cause digestive unrest.

…And some folks say, HEY, any form of rice is okay. We’ve been cultivating it for over 3,500 years (SOURCE), which means our ancestors ate it, and the paleo diet is all about ancestral eating, right? If rice has been a major part of our diet for thousands of years, our systems have adapted to consume it. But does that mean we should still eat it? And if so, who is best suited for rice consumption?

I want to point to an article Mark Sisson wrote way back in 2010 stating that, “Rice is a grain, yes, but it’s not the same as wheat, barley, oats, or corn. Avoiding grains as a general rule is good for your health, and that goes for rice, but be realistic. A bit of white rice with a restaurant meal is not going to kill you (SOURCE).”

Quick and easy chicken fajita meal prep bowls with roasted broccolini. This fresh and clean recipe is keto, paleo, whole30, and low-carb and will keep you energized throughout your workday.

Grain-free cassava flour tortillas requiring only three ingredients! These homemade tortillas are easy to make and are paleo and AIP-friendly.

On this week’s healthy vegetarian meal plan, we have Balsamic Dijon Tempeh Buddha Bowls, Black Bean Enchilada Casserole, Pasta with Black Lentil, Carrot, and Chard Ragout, Israeli Power Salad with Za’atar Roasted Sweet Potatoes, and Spaghetti Squash with Roasted Pecan Pesto. Enjoy, and have a great weekend! XO Sunday Balsamic Dijon Tempeh Buddha Bowls from Making Thyme for …

Sweet and refreshing protein smoothie with turmeric, kiwi, banana, and yogurt. This delicious shake is a marvelous meal-on-the-go.

This post is sponsored by Svelte.

My mealtimes all revolve around protein. If you follow me on Instagram, I probably sound like a broken record, as I have mentioned many times in the past, I take a but first, protein approach to food. I make sure I get at least 20 grams of protein at every meal, and in the event that I snack between meals, I make sure my snacks are protein-centric as well.

In addition to making sure I get adequate protein throughout the day, I also tend to drink a smoothie for either breakfast or lunch. That may seem like a pretty light meal, but my smoothies are typically on the higher calorie end in the way of smoothies, and have a pretty decent macro profile.

I’ve found that having one liquid meal per day also helps with digestion – simply put, liquid is far easier for your body to process than solid food. In this sense, protein smoothies are currently a big deal in my life, as I usually drink them after I workout to replenish muscle glycogen and feed my broken down muscle fibers with protein.

Fresh and easy Collard Greens, Feta, Mushroom Frittata with garlic and dried herbs. This simple recipe is big on flavor and makes for a perfect make-ahead breakfast!

These Thai meatballs are HUGE on flavor and make for an amazing clean main entrée. Keto, paleo, whole30 and just plain finger-lickin’ good, these meatballs are show-stopping delicious.

Roasted carrot spinach salad with feta and roasted pumpkin seeds make for a hearty salad that can be enjoyed as a light main dish or side dish. This clean meal is primal and keto for those looking for low-carb meal options.

Two recipes for adaptogenic protein smoothies to sip on throughout your busy workweek. These healthful smoothies serve as a great snack or light meal replacement and are teaming with nutrients and health benefits.

First meal plan of 2019! How’s everyone feeling? Have you made any resolutions / goals / intentions in the way of food or fitness? If you’re looking to cook more, eat cleaner, and/or consume less meat, these Saturday meal plans are for you! I hope you enjoy our fresh, seasonal recipes each week and that …

Huevos rancheros-style hummus toast with soft boiled egg, bacon, salsa, and green onion. This simple breakfast is an epic drool fest!

This post is sponsored by Sabra.

How’s your relationship with toast these days? Holding strong? On again, off again? Take it or leave it?

I personally go through phases when it comes to breakfast toast – I can go on a several months’-long kick, followed by a dry spell, followed by a re-ignition of the torrid toast flame. My toppings of choice? I always, always put an egg on it, and the remaining ingredients tend to evolve with the changing seasons.

If you’ve been a major toast advocate, I’m willing to bet you’ve dabbled in the avocado toast intermittently or for some of you, forcefully.  WELL. I’m popping in to tell you hummus toast is the new latest and greatest. Spread that ish like wild fire!

Are you turning over some leaves this year? Thinking of dabbling into the ketogenic diet? Here are over 65 keto recipes for breakfast and dinner from around the web that are easy, clean, and healthful! More and more, I have discussions with friends and family about health and nutrition goals. So many of the folks around …

As 2018 comes to a close, I thought I would share my top 10 recipes from the year! Thank you for being here, and I hope you enjoy these reader favorites! It’s been another amazing year here on The Roasted Root! I can’t tell you how grateful I am for your presence and thank you …